The luxurious and beautiful Athangudi Palace in Karaikudi

 “A house with 600 ornate windows and 64 grand rooms!! With tiles imported from Italy, coloured glasses brought all the way from Belgium, intricately carved massive wooden doors and jharokhas! Massive Varandas covered in Chettinad Tiles. And beautifully coloured artwork all across.” Sounds a little grander than grand, doesn’t it? Welcome to Athangudi Palace of … Read more

12 interesting facts about Brihadeeshwara Temple Thanjavur – the big temple that doesn’t cast shadow

places to visit in Thanjavur

Thanjavur or Tanjore is the cultural hub of Tamil Nadu. This city was ruled by numerous dynasties in the past. And hence, was the centre of art, architecture and religion for centuries. A foremost example of the amalgamation of it’s art, architecture and religion is the Brihadishvara Temple. No doubt, Thanjavur and Brihadeshwara Temple have … Read more

A trip to Chitradurga Fort from Bangalore Karnataka – The Fort of Seven Circles

“She stood at the top of the crevice to the fort, fearless and determined. And brought countless soldiers of the invading army down with her valour as she guarded the fort on behalf of her husband !!” Interesting legends, stories of utmost bravery, vast expanses and strategic built – these are some of the many … Read more

6 days in Italy – beautiful & enchanting

Rome in a day

Italy was our first destination on our trip to Europe. Which was our summer vacation trip in the year 2017.  We spent 6 days in Italy starting in Rome. And by all means these were very beautiful and enchanting days. They comprised of couple of days each visiting Rome, exploring Florence and cruising in Venice. … Read more

Roaming around Rome in a day

Rome in a day

Rome was not built in a day. And you will realize it when you try to cover Rome in a day 🙂 So did we. But with limited time at hand, we tried to make the most of it, roaming around Rome in a day! This is the trip we booked – Rome in a … Read more

A free self paced walking tour in White Town Pondicherry

” A rocky beach like none other not very far from a white sand beach with azure waters like none other ! French Quarters along side A Dravidian Style Temple, Mosques and Churches standing side by side ! A place like none other that I have seen !! “   Exactly the lines that echoed … Read more

Janapada Loka Ramanagara – preserving the folk cosmos of Karnataka

Countless times have we crossed the Ramanagara district and Channapatna town on our multiple trips to Ooty, our trip exploring the town of Mysore and the Mysore Zoo, our trip to Coorg, when we went to Kabini and to Wayanad. But never did we get a chance to stop at Janapada Loka Ramanagara. It is … Read more

4 days Pondicherry trip itinerary

Pondicherry, renamed Puducherry and fondly called as “Pondy” by its residents – has always been the laid back contrasting beach destination to the great party scenes of Goa in India. When in the search of solitude and a relaxing vacation, heading to either Pondicherry or the beaches of Goa, particularly South Goa , is our … Read more

A perfect weekend in Mahabalipuram

If you are yearning for a perfect weekend from Bangalore, alongside the sea, without driving too long. Then Mahabalipuram can provide you with the perfect options. Years back, we explored the town of Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram). As a part of this trip we visited the places to see in Mahabalipuram including some UNESCO World Heritage Sites. … Read more

A walk through Mehrangarh Fort Jodhpur

Mehrangarh Fort Jodhpur Rajasthan India

“A palace that might have been built by Titans and coloured by the morning sun” – Rudyard Kipling quoting Mehrangarh Fort And believe me, there is no exaggeration into his quote. Mehrangarh fort is one of the most beautiful, massive and at the same time intricate architectural wonders of India. A trip to Jodhur, Rajasthan … Read more